Small Antique Oak Charles II Westmorland Press Food Cupboard (Circa 1680)

This is a superb quality early oak Westmorland (northern counties) press cupboard featuring very rare small proportions, circa 1680.

• Circa: 1680

• Provenance: Westmorland, Lake District, UK

• Period: Charles II

• Rare small size / proportions

• Protruding carved lunette frieze

• Original floral lunette door carvings

• 2 turned baluster corner pillars

• 2 floral lunette carved small door panels

• 2 floral lunette carved cupboard doors

• Reeded carcass & styles

• Pegged construction

• Recessed side panels

• Brass knobs

• 2 internal secret drawers

• Fixed lower cupboard shelf

• Fantastic original colour & patination

• Very sturdy

• Dismantles into 2 sections

• Free 14 days UK returns policy

This is a superb quality early oak press cupboard featuring very rare small proportions and fantastic patination, circa 1680, believed to be from the Westmorland area of the Lake District (northern counties). This type of cupboard was typically used for storing kitchen utensils and food. The detachable top consists of a recessed carved floral lunette freeze and two turned pillars, which surround three further floral lunette panels with moulded edges, two of which are working doors. These two doors feature a working lock and key. The base cupboards have feature similar carved floral lunettes to the top section and below; there are two inset moulded door panels. The base cupboard doors also feature a working lock & key and a later brass knob. Inside, the lower cupboard is a fixed height shelf. The cupboard frame and doors have been constructed in the original pegged construction method and feature a reeded frame to the carcass and feet.

The sides to top and bottom have matching inset panels. The whole stands on square style reeded feet. Interestingly, there are two secret drawers hidden away in the structure of the cupboard; one is in the top section and the other in the larger cupboard below. Inside the bottom section, there is shelving. This piece of furniture dismantles into two sections for easy transportation. All in all, this is a beautiful piece of antique furniture.

Dimensions:

Height = 152.6cm or 60” or 5ft

Width = 133.5cm or 52½” or 4ft 4½”

Depth = 48.5cm or 19” or 1ft 7”

Floor to shelf ledge = 92.3cm or 36¼” or 3ft 0¼”

Condition Report:

This item is in excellent condition, which is commensurate with its age. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. All doors and hinges are in good working order; they close comfortably (they are not warped) and all doors feature working locks and keys. The hinges are in good working order. The brass knobs and locks are old replacements. The feet are the original length and have not been cut down (which was common of items this age). This piece has been sympathetically restored & cleaned inside. The item is solid in joint and stands firm on the ground (it does not wobble). Free of woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use.

UK Delivery:

Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £95. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.

Free 14 Day UK Returns & Refunds:

A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost.

UK Buyer Payment:

For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.

International Buyers:

If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer for international bank transfers.

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